Category : Travel Tips

2 Week Backpacking Mexico Itinerary

AnnaAugust 8, 2018July 3, 2025

Mexico is such a beautiful country, one which I would recommend that everyone visits during their lives! It’s not only beautiful, but also damn huge. If you’re looking to explore the country from head to toe, you will need at least 3 months. Reality is, a lot of people don’t......

My Epic Backpacking Malaysia Itinerary (Incl Borneo!)

AnnaJune 18, 2018April 5, 2025

Ancient rainforests, unique wildlife, and a diverse melting pot of cultures and food – backpacking Malaysia is always an amazing adventure! But where should you go? And how do you get there? As the country is split into two; Peninsular Malaysia and Malaysian Borneo, it can be difficult figuring out......

Top 10 Best Southeast Asia Backpacking Tours & Trips

AnnaJune 3, 2018September 7, 2023

Backpacking Southeast Asia is really the adventure of a lifetime. Southeast Asia is not a large region, but it’s and home to some of the best places to visit in Asia. Packed with beauty, diversity and once in a lifetime experiences. Each country has its very own charm, history, culture......

13 Myths Busted about Backpacking Southeast Asia

AnnaMay 24, 2018December 14, 2024

Maybe you’ve dreamed of traveling to exotic places and discovering different cultures but you think it’s too expensive, it’s not safe or it’s too difficult to get around if you don’t speak the language. There are many myths and misconceptions about travel but don’t let these put you off your......

My Pick of The Best Thailand Backpacking Tours for an Epic Adventure

AnnaApril 29, 2018November 1, 2023

Thailand has been a haven for backpackers for decades. I’ve visited 6 times now and I think Thailand is the best country for a first time backpacking trip. There’s so much to see and do in the ‘Land of Smiles’ that planning a trip to Thailand can be a little......

My Pick of The Best Australia Backpacker Tours

AnnaApril 28, 2018September 7, 2023

The Best Australia Backpacker Tours There’s so much to see and do in Australia, and its such a massive, diverse and expensive country that it can be a bit overwhelming to figure out how to see it all. A great way to pack in as much as possible in a......

“We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us”

Hi, I’m Anna – Welcome to Global Gallivanting Travel Blog.

I’m a travel writer, yoga lover and digital nomad, who has been traveling full time for over 10 years. I’ve visited more than 40 countries and have lived in England, Australia, Thailand, Bali and Goa, India.

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Travel, yoga and living an location independent lifestyle have transformed my life in a big way and I hope my blog helps and inspires you to live a life that excites and nourishes you too.

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Category : Travel Tips

2 Week Backpacking Mexico Itinerary

My Epic Backpacking Malaysia Itinerary (Incl Borneo!)

Top 10 Best Southeast Asia Backpacking Tours & Trips

13 Myths Busted about Backpacking Southeast Asia

My Pick of The Best Thailand Backpacking Tours for an Epic Adventure

My Perfect 3 – 5 Day Ubud Itinerary (2026)

Is Bali Worth Visiting in 2026? My Honest Take

Phuket vs Bali – Which Island Should You Visit?

How to Prepare for Travel & Handle Flight Disruptions with AirHelp+

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